Branched-chain amino acids, mitochondrial biogenesis, and healthspan: an evolutionary perspective

Malnutrition is common among older persons, with important consequences increasing frailty and morbidity and reducing health expectancy. On the contrary, calorie restriction (CR, a low-calorie dietary regimen with adequate nutrition) slows the progression of age-related diseases and extends the life...

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Main Authors: Valerio, Alessandra, D'Antona, Giuseppe, Nisoli, Enzo
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Impact Journals LLC 2011
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3156598/